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Popular Guitar Teachers Near Playa del Rey

Cory M.

Edwin I.

Brian P.

I have been teaching electric and acoustic guitar for 30 years.We work on sight reading, ear training, and theory.I have my own book that goes from beginner to advanced.I teach finger-picking, modal, tunings, jazz, barre chords and lots of other styles.I have an easy style and like my students to enjoy their lessons.

About Cory

So you want to play an instrument? Well I have taught for over 40 years and have developed special programs for you on piano, guitar, bass, voice and other instruments for you to learn. From easy beginner to the most advanced, I will help you to learn the songs you love! Whether we use the most modern technology in my professional recording studio or just some chords or perhaps learning to sight read something for a talent show, I can take you all the way to the highest performance level. Your goals are my goals.
I have studied with some of the most famous teachers in the world, including Charlie Parker's pianist Walter Bishop Jr. and Dizzy Gillespie's musical director Mike Longo, among many others.
I also have the experience of over 400 gigs a year to bring to your lesson. ...

Reviews

Ana A. February 20, 2015
Violin ·
In studio Verified Student

Amazing teacher! Cory is a wonderful teacher. My daughter has learned so much from him. He's been teaching her violin for a while and she has learned a lot from him. He has patience with kids and also makes it fun and encouraging.
Thank you Cory! I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn.

Cory M. April 3, 2013
Music Theory

Cory is an awesome teacher!

I've studied with Cory for 4 years now, and I just want everyone to know what a great teacher Cory is. I've not only developed immensely in my musical skill, but I've also noticed when I'm working with other musicians that my studies have really set me apart from my peers. Cory has an awesome recording studio with all the professional stuff you'd come to expect in a major studio, Protools HD, Logic 9, a great Mic Pre & Compressor, along with an awesome tube Mic for recording great vocals. I've known Cory for 14 years now, and he's a lot of fun to work with and learn from. I've also been to many of his gigs, and I can assure you he's an awesome performer. Glenn

anita L. April 3, 2013
Guitar

Cory taught my daughter to play guitar when no one else could!

Cory M is a multi-talented sweetheart of a man.
Heâs been a great guitar teacher for my daughter, who has gained knowledge of sight reading and classical guitar while learning to play the folk/indie/classic rock she most enjoys. Itâs to Coryâs credit that sheâs stuck with these lessons through all the other activities sheâs taken up and abandoned.
Cory is also a highly skilled performer and recording artist. Iâve enjoyed listening and dancing to his band playing old favorites and original compositions. He creates CDs of his music and records other artists in an impressive-looking home recording studio â and on top of all this, heâs a great cook and a kind-hearted, generous neighbor. Weâre fortunate to have him as a member of our community.
Susan Subramanian

About Edwin

Hello! Thank you for your interest in taking guitar/piano/music lessons.
I am a professional teacher/studio musician/performer/producer with over 17 years of private teaching experience and a graduate of the University of Miami Studio Music and Jazz program in 2002 specializing in the guitar.
I am available to teach guitar(acoustic, electric, classical) for all levels, ages, and styles(pop to folk, rock to soul, world to classical) in English, Spanish and Japanese.
Other subjects taught include bass guitar, piano/keyboard, ukulele, banjo, mandolin, harmonium, classical percussion, music theory, composition(all styles from pop to classical), ear training, and studio production/engineering/mixing.
Born in Cali, Colombia on April 1979, I began my musical endeavors studying the ...

Reviews

Anna A. February 27, 2015
Acoustic Guitar ·
Online Verified Student

Edwin is very kind and patient. He has great attention for detail and will give gentle instruction on how to make adjustments to improve your guitar playing. Edwin is a natural when it comes to music. He can hear a complicated song and know what chords/rhythm to play. He is also very knowledgeable about music theory and the technical aspects of guitar playing. I highly recommend him as a teacher.

William H. November 11, 2014
Acoustic Guitar ·
In home Verified Student

Edwin is extremely patient and good natured. His knowledge of music and his ear for chords is amazing. I am a beginner and within a few lessons I am playing full songs from major bands. I couldn't be happier with Edwin and will be working with him for a long time.

Nicole K. August 27, 2014
Piano ·
Online Verified Student

Edwin has been teaching my 10 year old daughter for a year. He is sooo patient. It is nice that he asks her what songs she would like to learn and it allows her to have a say in what she plays! He is a great teacher!!

Brian has been teaching guitar to students of all ages in the Los Angeles area for more than 20 years. With a broad range of musical skills and performing experience that include Rock, Jazz, Blues and Folk music, Brian brings his boundless enthusiasm and love of the guitar into the studio with each of his students, who learn an approach to learning music that includes technique, music theory, performance as well the skill to sing and play. Students of all ages are welcome!

Brian's teaching philosophy, in his own words:

MY APPROACH:I focus on four areas that I think are essential to being a good music teacher:

* the uniqueness of each student;* the fact that enjoyment (fun!) maximizes learning;* the importance of proper technique and an understanding of music theory to build self-confidence;* the development of musicianship through performance.

EACH STUDENT IS UNIQUE:My first interest with each new student is to discover how he or she learns, and then to apply ...

About Brian

Brian discovered his talent and passion for teaching while still in college, and has been teaching guitar and piano in Southern California for over 20 years. Gifted at teaching students of all ages and abilities, he combines patience, creativity, imagination and boundless enthusiasm with solid professional training and experience. Brian also has over 10 years experience teaching piano and guitar to blind and autistic students.
A lifelong musician, Brian received his first musical training at the age of 4 and 5 years when his actor/singer Dad and musically talented Grandma taught him to sing and play the mandolin. He began piano lessons at age 5, and formal guitar instruction at the age of 10 years.
By the time he was a 14-year-old high school student, Brian was performing as lead

Reviews

Anderson S May 14, 2014

Guitar Teacher

Brian's teaching approach is concise but very relaxed. His lessons are easy to follow and relevant to life encounters. As a member of the super seniors and a first time guitar students his teaching has given me hope of become a good guitar player.

Derek H. March 6, 2014 Verified Student

Patient and Caring

Our experience with Brian as piano teacher to our two children has been incredible. He has brought each of them along at their own pace and they have learned to play very well. Brian has always been patient and kind.
This has been particularly important with our (now) 8 year old son who is autistic. He can get easily distracted, frustrated, bored, or just plain ornery and uncooperative. Mr. Brian has always exhibited great patience toward him, taking breaks when necessary and generally bringing our son along at his own pace--and our son has shown remarkable progress.
We highly recommend Brian as a piano teacher.

Andrea H. March 6, 2014 Verified Student

Great All-Around

Brian is an awesome music teacher. He is kind, patient, knowledgeable about music theory and a pleasure to be around. He teaches me piano, and is good about introducing new pieces to me, as well as teaching me the more complex nuances within each piece.

He is also great with kids! I have 2 little ones, and whenever they happen to be around for my lesson time, Brian keeps them engaged with music. Whether it's trying to play something themselves on the piano, accompanying them on the guitar, or bringing fun music-related props, Brian makes it fun

I highly recommend Brian as a piano teacher, and he is also a very talented guitarist! 5*!

Bryan L.

Playa del Rey, CA

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About Bryan

Bryan is a lifelong student trained in both Contemporary and Classical methodology. Bryan's extensive education paired with his passion for music make him the perfect teacher for any student. Bryan's love for music started at a young age. He began taking private guitar lessons at the age of 10 learning the basics. This knowledge has served as the basis for all of his musical training as it provided a strong backbone of fundamental skills to build upon. Graduating from the University of Oregon in 2005, he practiced and perfected the classical approach to music. Bryan's education continued at the Musicians Institute based in the music capital of the world, Los Angeles. Here he diversified his music skills with vigorous training in the contemporary study of music. This contrast allows Bryan ...

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Devin H. December 5, 2013
Guitar Verified Student

I highly recommend Bryan

If you are looking for guitar lessons then Bryan is your guy. I have been taking lessons from him for 6 months now and had no experience prior. I have learned a lot from him and not just about playing a guitar but music in general. I highly recommend Bryan.

NickL April 6, 2012

Very helpful!

Bryan has been a very helpful, knowledgeable and flexible guitar teacher. He uses my interests and questions to drive lesson content. I find personally that understanding the music theory behind what I'm learning to play is very helpful, so we've spent a lot of time breaking things down. He's very knowledgeable. He also does a good job of explaining how he uses his intuition as a guitar player and musician, which helps me develop intuition of my own.I would definitely recommend Bryan!

DaveR April 12, 2011

Dad

Bryan is doing a fabulous job with my son, Jensen. Jensen has really taken to the guitar and he is learning quite a bit. He looks forward to his lesson each week. I highly recommend Bryan, who is very nice, knowledgeable and fun.

About Matthew J

I have been playing guitar for 14 years and teaching guitar and bass for 7 years. I have worked as a private and group guitar instructor at several music education establishments in the Chicago area and in Eugene, Oregon as well. I have also worked as a band coach for youth groups, where I taught them cover songs, helped them write their own songs and prepared them for live performances.
I studied at Columbia College Chicago majoring in Music Composition and Classical Guitar.
I also studied classical guitar at Lane C.C. and received an Associate of Arts Degree where I studied with University of Oregon Classical Guitarist John Jarvie.
I started taking private guitar lessons as a teenager for several years and played in my high school jazz band along with original rock bands. ...

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Carlos P. March 6, 2014 Verified Student

2013 feedback

Matthew has been a wonderful instructor. I feel that i have learned a lot and also enjoyed the process. He has also been very accomodating about special teaching requests that have helped me develop my skills in genres I enjoy.

About Luke

Name: Luke M.
Ages Taught: All Ages
Education:
Upper Canada College (High School Degree in the International Baccalaureate Program)
Musician’s Institute (Completed Two Consecutive Summer Programs)
Berklee College of Music (Cum Laude - Undergraduate College Degree)
Teaching Experience:
Steadily held between 6 – 10 students a week since 2011
Currently works for "Musika" Online Lessons Company since 2012
Currently works for "Melody School of Music" since 2012
Teaching Philosophy:
Most importantly, the lessons are always based around what YOU want to get out of them. If you need direction, I am more than happy to provide it but it makes me happiest to teach you whatever it is you want to be learning. This will ensure that lessons are always interesting and fun ...

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Luke M. February 20, 2013
Guitar

Best teacher I've ever had...

I was very fortunate to meet Luke Mulholland when he lived in Boston a couple of years ago. I was new to the guitar, and had taken lessons from some uninspiring instructors. Being a bit older, and also a beginner, I often felt uncomfortable, or intimidated by taking lessons. I quickly realized, that many instructors, although very good players, lack the skill, discipline and patience required to be a good teacher. I was looking for an âupgradeâ, and thankfully found one in Luke!

After meeting Luke for the first time, I was impressed by his talent, musical background & education, and his musical accomplishments. For a young man, he clearly had a plan for his music, and his career. He demonstrated a passion, focus, confidence, and commitment to his craft well beyond his years. Our first lesson went great, as Luke was very disarming, down to earth, and is one of the nicer, laid back people you will ever meet. He asked me what I knew (which was very little), what type of music I liked, and what I hoped to learn. He quickly developed a progressive plan tailored to my ability, and to help me achieve my goals. What I admired, and appreciated the most from Luke during our lessons was that he; stayed on point, stuck with the plan, would challenge me each week, and always encouraged me along the way. It would be obvious if I had not practiced enough in a particular week, but rather than get upset, Luke could always find something positive to point out in my playing to show progress. Lessons were actually fun, and I looked forward to attending each week. I was so confident in Lukeâs ability to teach, that I recommended him to several friends in Boston. I am thankful that Luke has stayed in touch with me since his move âWestâ. This validates what I already knew about himâ¦he is genuine. What other instructor would call you from 3,000 miles away to see how you are doing, and make sure you were still practicing!

Luke is a well qualified to teach guitar, and his ability to âconnectâ with his students is certainly something that should not be overlooked when looking for a premier instructor. If you are looking for a true music professional to teach you, or your child, I would highly recommend Luke Mulholland, and ask that you give him ever consideration.

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